McKinney Library Kid's Catalog

"This biography introduces readers to Abraham Lincoln including his military service, early political career, and key events from Lincoln's administration including the American Civil War, the Emancipation Proclamation, and the Gettysburg Address. Information about his childhood, family, and personal life is included. A timeline, fast facts, and sidebars provide additional information. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards"--Provided...

Relates the story of the author's grandparents and parents, who, though not famous, helped build the United States.

"One leader, Attila, united the Huns and brought the mighty Roman Empire to the brink of collapse. He cut a swath of destruction so wide that his victims thought he was a punishment sent from Heaven. But was Attila truly wicked? Or was his cruelty exaggerated by Roman historians?"--Back cover.

Describes the life and contributions of an individual who helped shape world history.

"The true story of Greta Thunberg's life and eco-activism that inspired a global movement to combat climate change"--

"This biography introduces readers to Thomas Jefferson including his early political career and key events from Jefferson's administration, including the Louisiana Purchase and the Embargo Act. Information about his childhood, family, personal life, and retirement years is included. A timeline, fast facts, and sidebars provide additional information. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards"--Provided by the publisher.